For the Church: that God will transform us through our listening to the Word of God and sharing in the Eucharist so that we can radiate God’s glory through our lives

For a transformation of our understanding: that our eyes and hearts may be opened to a fuller understanding of Jesus, who is both the glorious Son of God and the suffering Son of Man

For the grace to be faithful witnesses: that as Peter was empowered to share the Good News after seeing Christ transfigured, may we also give testimony to Christ as we see God at work in us and in the lives of those around us

For the grace to recognize Christ each day: that God will give us open and attentive hearts to recognize Jesus in the many ways that He is active in our lives and the courage to follow wherever Christ leads us

For all who face persecution: that God will give them strength as they suffer for righteousness’ sake and courage to be faithful witnesses to Christ and the Gospel

For those whose lives have been overshadowed by pain, sickness, or grief: that Christ be the light who dispels their darkness and that the power of His resurrection guides them to new beginnings

For all living in fear: that they may hear Jesus say, Fear Not, and rest in the awareness that God is always with them and will sustain them each day

For all who lack self-esteem or doubt their worth: that as the Father affirmed Jesus, we too may affirm them and remind them of their God-given value and dignity

For all who have lost hope: that the glory of the Transfiguration may free them from despair and open a new vision for what God can do in and for each person

For those who are impacted by wildfires, floods, or the heat: that God will calm the power of nature, give strength to those who are suffering, and open the hearts of many to assist and support them

For all who are bound by addiction: that they may have a transforming experience of God which will lead them to people and resources to renew their lives

For all government leaders: that they may learn how to exercise authority from Jesus who came to serve rather than to be served

For those held unjustly, particularly victims of human trafficking: that God will free them from oppression and open pathways with life-giving possibilities and relationships

For an end to the use of nuclear weapons: that God will protect the world from the danger of nuclear weapons and guide negotiators in finding a path to disarmament

For peace: that God will turn the hearts of world leaders from violence, establish peace in all the areas of conflict, and bring forth a new time of justice and peace